Sometimes when the rain is beating down and you face a long commute home it can be nice to dream a little, which is why we thought we’d share this majestic Dublin house with you all today. The price tag of €10k per month puts it out of reach for most of us, but lets […]

10 years ago

Depending on how you look at life, Tallafornia was either one of the greatest things to grace Irish TV screens or horrendous vacuous nonsense. And today comes the shocking news that, two years after being axed, a new season of the show will hit our screens next Spring on TV3. But Corminator fans, don’t get […]

10 years ago

Some people think that as soon as the sun disappears and the nights get longer that a city loses its magic – but we beg to differ. Here are 21 photos that show Dublin is an incredible spot no matter what the season – so let’s all get in the Christmas mood and hunker down […]

10 years ago

Fine dining in this city has been swept away over the last five or six years. Nowadays, it seems, the consumer wants to eat less fussy and more casual. Restaurants are often closer to nightclubs (think 777, Sophies or Opium) and the industry has matured beautifully since the excess and shit food of the Celtic […]

10 years ago

The Dublin Marathon is a great event that allows people to push themselves to the limit – and in many cases raise extraordinary amounts of money for charity. And today, officers from the Gardai and PSNI came together to run the race in a fitting tribute to Garda Tony Golden who was shot dead earlier […]

10 years ago

We had a hard time getting out of bed this morning with the weather in Dublin, never mind running a marathon. Thousands put us to shame today by running 26 miles around the city in driving wind and rain. The course was also lined with people urging the runners on, and no matter what time […]

10 years ago

It seems not a week goes by without some sort of accident involving public transport in the city. To help combat these incidents, Iarnrod Éireann has released this video which shows that, more often than not, accidents are caused by stupid drivers taking ridiculous risks. Slow down out there people, and no matter how annoying […]

10 years ago

We bring you very sad news today, as the most Irish brand there is has just come under German control. The founder of Largo foods (which owns the Tayto brand) Ray Coyle will sell his 25% stake to Germany’s Intersnack, he will however be staying on as chairman and a director at Largo foods until […]

10 years ago

It’s no secret that McDonald’s has been feeling the heat around the world, as people move to healthier diets or to more premium burger joints like Shake Shack, Five Guys, and the whole host of independent restaurants and chains. The burger wars are well and truly on. One offering of the independent burger joint that […]

10 years ago

It’s all well and good to talk about the best places to get the ride in Dublin – but where do you go and do the deed itself? So today we wanted to help the frisky couples amongst you who either don’t have somewhere quiet to enjoy an intimate moment, or just like seizing any lustful opportunity. […]

10 years ago

When the sun shines in this city and you’re beside the water, there’s no better place in the world. Today we bring you the most amazing house from which to enjoy a view of the city.  ‘Windgate‘ enjoys commanding views of the Irish Sea in a 180º vista stretching from the Baily Lighthouse to Dún Laoghaire and […]

10 years ago

Here’s some excellent news on a Monday: the new series of House of Cards is on the way.  With America in the height of election season, the producers of the hit Netflix show are clearly tapping into that mood. The only thing that’s missing from the fourth season is Donald Trump.  Check out the trailer above. Via Lovin Trends. READ NEXT: Watch Ricky Gervais Tear Into Caitlyn Jenner […]

10 years ago

I’m not going to lie and say that we are huge fans of the Dublin clampers here. Who is? Having said that, walking down Grafton Street this morning I think I spotted the most deserving recipient of a clamp ever. Not only had they driven up a pedestrianised Grafton Street, but they’d also “parked” their car […]

10 years ago

One bakery in New York is taking a shot at both your diet AND your bank balance with the launch of their new $100 doughnut. The “Golden Cristal Ube Donut” is filled with jelly, dunked in Cristal champagne and then covered in 24-carat gold flakes. Sure, ya know yourself! We normally laugh off these sort of publicity stunts, […]

10 years ago

We spend a lot of time sifting through houses here so as we can bring you the most incredible houses in the capital.  Yet in all the time we’ve spent looking at premium property porn, we’ve never been taken aback quite so much as we have with this beauty. We don’t want to ruin the surprise and will let […]

10 years ago

We’ve been big fans of Whitefriar Grill for the last couple of years and we aren’t the only ones. They’ve become so popular that the last time I asked if they’d a table for brunch without a booking, I was told I’d have to wait two and a half hours. When it comes to poaching eggs, making great cocktails and having […]

10 years ago

We all know how good bacon is, and how much of an important role it plays in our daily lives.  And in that spirit, one family decided this Christmas was the perfect time to introduce their toddler to the wonderful treat – and it’s safe to say he enjoyed his first taste. We kinda envy him, to […]

10 years ago

We’ve seen lots of pictures of the floods, but to understand the true scale of it all you need to take to the air. The arrival of drones are giving us a new perspective, and this video shot in Enniscorthy is a perfect example. The guys in Sky Cam Ireland shot it yesterday just after the river had burst […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Lamb Chops Red Peppers Pomegranate Sugar Snaps Parsley Feta Cheese Lamb chops are one of those cuts of meat that need an interesting side with them to compliment the great flavour they possess. Given how quick it is to cook the chops I’ve created this quick salad that is perfect for a midweek dinner […]

10 years ago

It feels like Ireland has been getting battered by storms for the last month – and it was certainly a wet and windy Christmas that won’t be fondly remembered. But #StormFrank is taking the damage across the country to a new level, with the south and the west bearing the real brunt of the damage. The River […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Potatoes Garlic Cheddar cheese Cream cheese Milk Show me somebody who doesn’t love garlic cheesy fries and I’ll show you a dry day in Ireland during winter. They’re one of the tastiest things you’ll ever eat but – for the vast majority of time we only go near them in late-night establishments after a night out. […]

10 years ago

When you think of places to go for lunch in Dublin, for all the amazing options out there, it’s safe to say that Coppers wouldn’t exactly top the list. But on the recommendation of Ed in the office – who is the cheapest bastard I’ve ever met in my life – I headed in one cold December […]

10 years ago

We know this was dreamed up by the Aer Lingus marketing department to make us feel warm and fuzzy about their brand, but you know what? It does make us feel warm and fuzzy!  Christmas is a time for trying to get home and spend time with the people most important to you – so Aer Lingus […]

10 years ago

What a year it’s been for Ireland. Panti. Marref. A Six Nations win. Conor McGregor. Theresa. The list goes on. There were a few downs, but overall I think we can look back with pride on the last 12 months. This video from Burning House Productions sums the whole thing up perfectly.

10 years ago

We often profile crazily expensive houses here on the site to get a look into the other half live in Dublin. Some are a €5,000 month, others are €10,000 a month spot and we thought we’d seen it all until we discovered this listing… This pad on Shrewsbury Road which comes in at a whopping €20,000. Well, €19,500 to be […]

10 years ago

Unless you live in Mount Merrion, you’d probably never veer off the main road to spend time here. But with the opening of Union, this may be about to change.  People familiar with the area will remember Kiely’s, which losts its magic during the boom and quickly became run down and tired. Well the folks from Press Up Group […]

10 years ago

I get to eat out a lot for my job – more than 300 times a year in Dublin.  And while we’ve been sharing the best reviews, I thought I’d pick out the five stand-out dishes I’ve eaten this year so as you can try them too. Each meal we all eat is personal and […]

10 years ago

Backpackers tend to do crazy stuff when traveling the world – and skydiving is probably among the safest of them.  And while the norm is to send videos home after the fact, Irish company Hostel World decided to create a video where they asked young people to Skype home during the dive itself. Naturally, the Irish mammy […]

10 years ago

It’s official, we finally have proof that the unthinkable has been happening over the past few years. Initially we thought it was our own paranoia and greed getting in the way, but now that we’ve gotten our hands on some tangible evidence, we know the truth… Check out the full Facebook post here. The grim, […]

10 years ago

When it comes to ingredients we couldn’t live without, bacon would have to be in the top three. Not only is it incredibly tasty but it is also super versatile. So, we thought we’d gather up some of the very best recipes from bloggers around the world and share them with you for some bacon-spiration.  All you […]

10 years ago

Just when you thought the storm had passed on, another bit of magic comes along from the TV moment of the year. This time it’s a dance remix that’s seriously well done by well known Russian YouTuber, Enjoyker.  If you actually heard this in a club you’d actually dance to it. Quality!  READ NEXT: This Short Film About Christmas In Ireland […]

10 years ago

We’ve all seen the pictures of the floods on social media, but only by watching this drone footage captured by RTÉ can we grasp the shocking reality of what people in this country have been facing over the last couple of weeks.  The government are helping with funding, the military are out there helping with damage control and recovery, and […]

10 years ago

Most vegetarians I know tend to have a tough time when they’re eating out, with the options being nearly the same everywhere they go. Goat’s cheese. Mushrooms. Risotto. You now the score. It’s for this reason that the very best vegetarian meals are often cooked at home. So with that in mind, we thought we’d share […]

10 years ago

We’d like you to forget about all your financial worries and pretend for a second that money is no object… This is Beulah, which is one of the most gorgeous houses in Dublin on the Harbour Road in Dalkey. The bad news is that it costs a cool 6.5 million yoyos, but as we said pretend for […]

10 years ago

The fight was a year in the making but was all over in less than 13 seconds. While the two men themselves went to war, it was amazing to watch their teams on these camera angles.  On the Irish side pure delight and amazement. The Brazilians on the other hand simply can’t believe what they have just witnessed. […]

10 years ago

It was the fight that had been building up for a year and nobody could quite believe when Conor McGregor knocked Aldo out flat so early. While half of Ireland spent the night waiting up on couches around the country, beers in hand, we thought we’d sum up the fight for those just waking up with […]

10 years ago

Fellow humans. Dog lovers. I have some very upsetting news for you all….we’ve all fallen for a huge con when it comes to those sand dog sculptures on Grafton Street… They’re fake.  In a wonderful piece of investigative journalism (we’re only half messing when saying that because nobody else copped it), the identical dogs have been spotted pop up […]

10 years ago

We don’t have any 3 Star Michelin establishments in Ireland.  Much as I think the French guide is an irrelevant way to rate restaurants, in a modern world of social media where every single customer is a potential food critic, I do love their original barometer for their star rating. The system’s as simple as it gets… […]

10 years ago

Dubliners are going to need very cool nerves and some luck over the coming hours to avoid flooding, as these pictures show the Liffey is staggeringly swollen and high tide isn’t due for another hour. As we all know, people’s homes have been getting ravaged across the country in recent weeks after a series of storms.  […]

10 years ago

People go to all sorts of lengths to find true love – and one young Trinity student has come up with a unique way to both educate the masses and find that very special person. Not sure how serious he actually is… but if things don’t work out for him in his chosen profession, he certainly might find […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Potatoes Kale Onions Ginger Garlic Chicken stock (or veggie stock) Thyme The weather is getting seriously cold, and we’re spending most nights out partying for the Christmas season – and that combination means the flu is never far away. I wanted to come up with a recipe that would help fight off any illness and […]

10 years ago

Ingredients Sweet potatoes Feta cheese Lemon Chili flakes Thyme Natural yoghurt Black pepper When it comes to eating healthy, the struggle is real.  You usually manage to get a few good days in where you’re on the straight and narrow before you end up cracking miserably and indulging in your favourite filthy treat.  That’s why I wanted to come up […]

10 years ago

We never get tired of seeing products re-invented and re-imagined in new ways.  The cronut is the main example that springs to mind, but today we bring you news of yet another innovation coming from the States… the stuffed bagel. They’re made by a company in New York and after a test in 40 Starbuck’s across New […]

10 years ago

Come Christmas time people tend to go a little nuts when it comes to shopping, but the guys on Lucan Life shared something that leaves us scratching our heads here. These pictures raise so many questions: How did this happen? Where the hell were they going? Why is the boot open? If anybody can figure this one out do let […]

10 years ago

We’ve known they’ve been coming for a while and have up to ten outlets planned across the island of Ireland. This morning saw the first Five Guys open their doors in Belfast and the hysteria kicked off. Five Guys is known for its fresh, made to order customisable burgers with a vast choice of toppings at no extra charge. […]

10 years ago

The lights are up, people are out getting their Christmas trees and the festive feeling is firmly in the air.  The only thing you need to do now is find a Christmas market around the city and you’ll have fully embraced Christmas. As always we have done all the hard work for you and found […]

10 years ago

Most of the food trends that sweep into Ireland come from the USA via London. Burritos, 5 Guys, doughnuts and brunch culture all infiltrated Dublin after making it big on the East and West Coasts of the USA.  You could argue that Mexican is as big as anything in Ireland at the moment, with a burrito shop […]

10 years ago

You may remember that U2 had to cancel their concerts in Paris at the time of the recent terrorist attacks, with the band pulled off stage as they rehearsed at the time.  Well last night the concert finally took place and U2 were able to pay proper tribute to the victims of last month’s horrible attacks. It […]

10 years ago

Donnybrook Fair has up until last week been a purely south side foodie paradise with shops in Donnybrook (no surprise there), Baggot Street, Grand Canal, Stillorgan and Greystones.  This weekend they opened a shop in Malahide and I have to say it is one of the most stunning foodie shopping experiences I’ve come across in Ireland, […]

10 years ago

Most people around the world love eggs in all shapes and sizes and they really are one of the most versatile ingredients going.  You mostly think of them at breakfast time so we thought we’d share some of the very best recipes from the bloggers around the world and highlight their great imagination and get you inspired.  […]

10 years ago